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Updated January 10, 2024·
If having a more versatile camera system is important to you, the Motorola Edge+ (2023) might be a better choice, as it includes additional lenses, which could provide better flexibility for photography compared to the Google Pixel 8. However, if you're looking for specific software features like call screening and "Hold For Me", the Google Pixel 8 offers unique Pixel-exclusive options that Motorola Edge+ does not have. Battery life could be a consideration as well, with Motorola Edge+ having a larger battery. The Motorola Edge+ also includes a headphone jack, which the Pixel 8 lacks, so if wired audio is preferable for you, that might influence your decision. On the other hand, if cost is a significant factor, the Google Pixel 8 comes at a somewhat lower price point than the Motorola, while still delivering quality features and an overall solid performance. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Google Pixel 8
- Very good for taking photos
- Good for recording videos
Advantages of the Motorola Motorola Edge+ (2023)
- Very good battery life
Key differences
Overall Camera Quality
8.4
6.3
The Google Pixel 8 has very good overall camera quality, while the Motorola Motorola Edge+ (2023) has only fair overall camera quality.
The Google Pixel 8 features an overall superior camera experience with very good to excellent performance across photos software, dynamic range, low light, versatility, and selfie quality, while the Motorola Edge+ (2023) lags behind with its camera performance being good to fair in these aspects. This difference especially stands out in selfie quality and photos taken in low light conditions, where the Pixel 8 has a very good rating, in comparison to the Edge+'s fair rating.
Photo Quality
8.5
6.2
The Google Pixel 8 takes very good photos, while the Motorola Motorola Edge+ (2023) takes only fair photos.
The Google Pixel 8 delivers an excellent photography experience, particularly for selfies, due to its top-notch photo software capabilities and dynamic range, contributing to better photo composition even in low-light conditions and adding camera versatility. Conversely, the Motorola Edge+ (2023) offers a fair performance in camera versatility and a good selfie quality, but its capabilities are diminished by poorer dynamic range and less sophisticated photo processing software, leading to overall fair photo results despite having a similar selfie camera resolution.
Video Quality
7.6
5.8
The Google Pixel 8 takes good videos, while the Motorola Motorola Edge+ (2023) takes poor videos.
The Google Pixel 8 excels in video resolution and framerate, stabilization, and dynamic range, resulting in very good overall video quality, whereas the Motorola Edge+ (2023) offers fair video stabilization and dynamic range, with lower video resolution and framerate performance, which contributes to its overall fair video capture experience.
Battery
7.3 Hours
9.3 Hours
The Google Pixel 8 has 7.3 hours of battery life. The Motorola Motorola Edge+ (2023) has 9.3 hours of battery life.
Screen Size
The Google Pixel 8 has a screen size of 6.2 inches and the Motorola Motorola Edge+ (2023) is 6.67 inches.
Cost
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The Google Pixel 8 has a price of $649 and the Motorola Motorola Edge+ (2023) costs $600.
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Spec Comparison
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| Google Pixel 8 | Motorola Motorola Edge+ (2023) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$649 | $600 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Motorola | ||
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Android | Android | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 12, 2023 | May 19, 2023 | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 6.2" | 6.67" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 2400 x 1080 | |
Variable refresh rate | |||
Variable refresh rate | Yes | Yes | |
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 428 | 395 | |
Display Type | |||
Display Type | OLED | OLED | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | TensorG3 | SD8G2 | |
Internal Storage | |||
Internal Storage | 128 GB | 512 GB | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | |
CAMERA | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Overall Camera Quality Score | |||
Overall Camera Quality Score | 8.4/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Photos Score | |||
Photos Score | 8.5/10 | 6.2/10 | |
Videos Score | |||
Videos Score | 7.7/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Rear Cameras | |||
Rear Cameras | Main, Ultrawide | Main, Ultrawide, Telephoto | |
Main Camera | |||
Main Camera | 50 megapixels + OIS | 50 megapixels + OIS | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7.3 Hours | 9.3 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 4575 mAh | 5100 mAh | |
Wireless Charging | |||
Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Wireless charging Speed | |||
Wireless charging Speed | 18 W | 15 W | |
Reverse wireless charging | |||
Reverse wireless charging | Yes (5 watts) | Yes (5 watts) | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Size | |||
Size | 5.93" x 2.79" | 6.35" x 2.91" | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.60 oz | 7.16 oz | |
Back Material | |||
Back Material | Glass | Glass | |
Stereo Speakers | |||
Stereo Speakers | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dual SIM | |||
Dual SIM | Yes | Yes | |
Bluetooth Version | |||
Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.3 | |
A2DP | |||
A2DP | Yes | Yes | |
WiFi Version | |||
WiFi Version | 7 | 7 | |
NFC | |||
NFC | Yes | Yes | |
US 5G Bands | |||
US 5G Bands | (SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave) 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78, 257, 258, 260, 261 (SA/NSA/Sub6) 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78 | (SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave)1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 41, 41, 48, 66, 70, 71, 77, 78 | |
OTHER FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Biometric unlock | |||
Biometric unlock | Face unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Under Display | Face unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Under Display | |
Unlockable Bootloader | |||
Unlockable Bootloader | Yes (Except Verizon Models) | No | |
Color | |||
Color | Rose, Hazel, Obsidian | Interstellar Black | |
Stock Android | |||
Stock Android | Yes | Yes | |
SD Card | |||
SD Card | No | No | |
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The Guardian
Samuel Gibbs | October 2023
"The fit, finish and feel is top notch. The phone is responsive and smooth. The battery life is decent. The main camera is excellent but the lack of an extended optical zoom is slightly disappointing, even if it has been a similar formula for Google for several years.
The 6.2in screen moves the Pixel 8 closer to the underserved market of smaller but top-end phones, of which there are only a handful to choose from. Google’s generative AI features are certainly novel, but it is the extended seven-year software support that truly sets it apart."
Motorola Motorola Edge+ (2023)
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DigitalTrends
Joe Maring | May 2023
"Just about everything I want in a high-end Android phone is here. The Edge Plus looks and feels [sic] great, the display is outstanding, performance is rock-solid, the software is organized and helpful, battery life is phenomenal, and it doesn’t take too long to get the phone back to 100% when it does eventually die. The best part? You get all of that for hundreds of dollars less than similar phones from Google and Samsung."
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About Google
Google can be considered a relatively new player in the smartphone industry, joining as late as 2016 with their phone, the Google Pixel. Since then, the Pixel lineup has undergone many changes, but it has always been characterized by a focus on photography and clean software, by providing a pure Android experience. By virtue of Google being the creator of the Android operating system, Pixels are known for receiving timely software updates and for being supported with updates for a long time. Additionally, over the past few generations of devices, Google started designing their own processors. This allowed for the implementation of unique software features that are not present in any other phone, such as automatic call screening and unique voice transcribing capabilities.
About Motorola
Motorola, a well-known name in the smartphone world, has a long-standing legacy in the industry, with a history dating back to the early days of mobile phones. The brand is mostly known for striking a balance between affordability and functionality, as well as providing a clean and straightforward interface with their software skin on top of Android. While they have traditionally been prominent in the budget and midrange categories, Motorola has also occasionally ventured into the high-end category for smartphones.
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